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Perched on a peninsula that juts into picturesque Sagamore Lake, Great Camp Sagamore is a photographer’s paradise. On this former Vanderbilt wilderness retreat, professional photographers demystify your camera settings and the principles of proper composition. Learn to “see” your subject, whether you’re focusing on rustic, 19th-century buildings or trees bursting forth in their autumnal splendor. In computer workshops, learn how to download and enhance photos, email them to friends and family, and print your masterworks.

Highlights

• Gain confidence to push the envelope of your creativity during constructive photo critiques.
• Delve into the history of Great Camp Sagamore and hear stories of the Vanderbilt family.
• Try your hand at photographing deer, birds and other wildlife in the surrounding woods and waters.Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.

Activity Notes

Walking up to one mile on groomed trails and unpaved roads. Standing for periods of time without places to sit.Coordinated by Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks.

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The latest in light, portable, easy-to-use QUIETVOX listening devices are available on Road Scholar programs.* Whether you are outdoors, in a crowd or in a museum environment where speaking loudly is discouraged, a listening device makes it feel like our experts are speaking clearly and directly to you. Hear for yourself on a Road Scholar adventure!

*Please note that due to the nature of some programs, the remote location or government regulations, listening devices may not be available. If you’d like to know for sure if your program will offer listening devices, just call and ask an Advisor!